Nikon Coolpix 885 3MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

Comparable in design to the popular Coolpix 880, the Nikon Coolpix 885 weighs less (a mere 7.9 ounces without battery or CompactFlash card), and incorporates a one-touch transfer button for directly uploading digital photos to your desktop or the Internet. The ultracompact Coolpix 885 has a 3.21-megapixel CCD for prints up to 11 by 14 inches, an all-glass 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens (38-114mm equivalent in 35mm), plus an additional 4x digital zoom, and advanced image processing features to ensure clear, vivid images under almost any lighting conditions. It accommodates additional Nikon lenses including telephoto, wide-angle, and fisheye converter lenses, and it has a movie mode that lets you record 40 seconds of video at 15 frames per second.

The 885 shares many features with the 880, such as selectable scene modes for specific shooting situations. The 12 scene modes are: Portrait; Party/Indoor; Night Portrait; Beach/Snow; Landscape; Night Landscape; Sunset; Fireworks; Close-Up; Copy; Backlight; and Museum mode, which cancels the flash. There is a quick-review button to display the image just taken in a quarter of the LCD screen, allowing you to still see and shoot any ongoing action in front of you. In addition, the 885 has a five-mode advanced built-in speedlight, five-area multi-autofocus, a 1.5-inch LCD monitor, 256-element matrix metering, and USB interface. For the more advanced photographer, the camera comes with an automatic noise reduction mode for clean images taken at slower shutter speeds, manual white balance settings, and white balance bracketing.

The Coolpix 885 features a comfortable side grip for easy shooting and quick access to all of the camera's controls. This camera comes with a 16 MB Lexar CompactFlash card, one 2CR5 lithium battery, protective lens cap, wrist strap, USB cable, and video cable.

3-megapixel sensor captures 2,048 x 1,536 images for prints at sizes up to 11 x 14 inches

Autofocus lens with 3x optical/4x digital (12x total) zoom

Included 16 MB CompactFlash card holds 20 images at default resolution

Connects with PCs and Macs via USB port

Uses 2CR5 disposable lithium battery (included) or optional rechargeable battery pack

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Since I only had it for a week, I haven't explored all the features yet, but the AutoFocus and 12 preset scenes work very well. I am looking forward to learn other advanced features.

One thing that really bothered me about the camera is the oversaturation of the red. If an image contains red objects, it really stands out when you view or print the image. I was able to modified the image on photoshop, but after a few of them, I got annoyed. I talked to Nikon tech support about it, and they told me that it's a firmware problem. They also told me that an update maybe available in the future. If I can resolve this problem, this Nikon Coolpix 885 will be the camera for me for a very long time.

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nikon 885 impressionOct 20, 2001
By John Phillips
this camera takes wonderful, striking photos, good color, excellent macro mode, compact design. i haven't spent enough time yet studying the modes and the quality of auto makes me put it off. it is a battery and memory hog. the 16 mg card that comes with it is not even close to being enough, i would recommed a 64 at least, 128 would be preferred, or both. a battery charger and one at least rechargeable battery is a must, two batteries would be preferable for more than casual shooting and to keep up with more memory.
as my fourth digital camera, it is impressive and will last me i hope until there is a digital slr with 4+ megapixels for around $1000. shop around for the best price of course.

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The 885 has problemsDec 28, 2001

The biggest problems with this camera are the short battery life (90 minutes with the LCD viewer on) and the color of anything red in a picture. The price should include a caveat that you'll either spend $.../battery or need to get the $... or more rechargable. The bigger issue is the color of red - stands out in almost every picture. There is not currently a way to correct this problem on the camera - you have to correct using picture editing software. You can see view this color problem on some digital camera review sites by looking at the photographic tests.... Nikon recently responded to my questions on the red saturation, saying that they know of the problem and are working on it. On the positive side the camera has great features, is easy to use and other than the 'red' problem takes excellent picture. Unless you don't plan on taking pictures that include red objects or don't mind editing most of your picture with software, I'd wait until this problem is fixed to purchase this camera.

41 of 41 found the following review helpful:

CoolPix885 - Pretty cool!Nov 10, 2001
By Michael D. Beaudet "M. Beaudet"
I just got the CoolPix 885. I bought it unseen off of Amazon. I was suprised that is is so small. The quality is supurb, as you would expect from Nikon. The camera is not as intuitive as I would like, but I am not unhappy with the camera. I am getting used to the new world of digital pictures and I have some more learning to do.

I would recommend that anyone getting a digital camera (especially if it has movie mode) upgrade to at least a 128MB memory card. I just ordered a 256MB memory card. The 32MB that comes with the camera fills up fast if you take lots of photos.

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Best compact, mid-range digicam available today.Dec 15, 2001
By Rheumor
I have played with all of these cams, and I am amazed by the rapidity with which they have improved. The Nikons are superior cameras to start with, not only because they probably offer the best glass optics available, but because their build quality is consistently excellent. In particular, the 885 is my #1 choice for a compact based on a few choice assets. Firstly, it has a great feel and hand grip, which makes steadying it easier and therefore makes the pics less likely to be blurred (in contrast, my love affair with the Canon S110/300 is compromised by the difficulty I've had in finding a good way to hold it; it may be too small!). Secondly, the Nikon is the 1st compact that makes direct connection to your PC simple enough for beginners and non-computer folks. Just connect the USB cable and press one button! In addition, I like the option of rechargeables *or* disposable CR3 batteries (okay, I'm not a great environmentalist at times), I like the 3.34 megapixel resolution (perfect 11" x 14" enlargements when needed), I'm fine with the smooth 3:1 zoom and at 3.34 megs of resolution, and even I'll admit the digital zoom is helpful for extreme magnification (I am no fan of digital zooms). The presets on the 885 make lots of sense and allow the user to quickly select an appropriate shooting mode, while manual controls are adequate for the more independent-minded shooter. No one will be disappointed with the Coolpix 885, but then again, no one is likely to complain about getting its #1 competitor, the Canon S300. Either way, enjoy!

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